Boston College Tops Miami 78-68 in Comeback

Boston College men's basketball completed an impressive comeback to defeat Miami 78-68 on New Year's Day, marking the largest home comeback in the program's history. The Eagles, who trailed by as much as 19 points in the first half, outscored Miami 49-27 in the second half, showcasing a strong offensive performance led by Joshua Beadle and Roger McFarlane. Beadle scored crucial three-pointers down the stretch, contributing to the team's victory after an energized second-half performance. Miami, playing their first game since coach Jim Larrañaga's retirement, struggled offensively, shooting only 28.6% in the second half. Matthew Cleveland led the Hurricanes with 21 points, but their early momentum faded as BC's defense tightened. The Eagles improved their record to 9-5, while Miami fell to 4-9 in the Atlantic Coast Conference.